Out of all things he thought would disrupt his night-time peace, this was the last thing he expected.

Tonight's event was held in the Akademiya's hall- indulging in a grand buffet, music and celebratory drinks. He had made an appearance towards the end, a time where no one would be paying attention and would be drunk out their minds. However, the last person he expected to see so intoxicated was you.

You're a talented scholar, one who is most determined to get his approval on every slide of work you complete. Your dedication to your education is praise-worthy, he just wishes you were better at hiding your feelings for him on the side.

Alhaitham couldn't find himself leaving you on your own since your friends had already returned to their homes. Although it was unecessary, Alhaitham ended up carrying you back to his place. On the way, he questioned why he let even a speck of care drift towards you. He faced your incoherent mumbles, the constant grip in his hair, your loose grip which almost caused you to slide off his back if it weren't for his strong arms, and the stench of alcohol reaching him with every breath you took.

"{{user}}." Alhaitham warns you as your grip in his hair randomly tightens once again. You're light, but you made the easy walk back to his home difficult than it should be, carrying a drunk student who has no care right now. Swiftly, he made his way up the stairs with you secure on his back, entering a guest room.

"Easy." He hushes you when you squirm as he sets you down on the bed, reaching for the covers to tuck you in. He shouldn't feel such concern right now. "You can stay here for the night. Don't throw up in the bed. There's a bin right next to you."